1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1189 kg more than 1957 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1957 Skoda 440 has manual transmission. 1957 Skoda 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | 62 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 47 L |
